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      Overview - Category Manager in the LMS

      Understanding and Using the KnowledgeCity LMS Category Manager

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      How to Use the Category Manager in KnowledgeCity LMS

      The Category Manager in the KnowledgeCity LMS is a tool that allows you to create and manage course categories and featured courses with ease. Below are step-by-step instructions on how to utilize this feature effectively:

      Accessing the Category Manager

      • Login to your LMS dashboard.
      • On the left side panel of the LMS, locate and click on the link for the Category Manager.
      • Clicking the Category Manager option will present a dropdown menu where you can select either the Category list or the Featured Courses list. 
      • Start by selecting the Category list to manage your course categories.

      Creating and Managing Course Categories

      1. Change Language (optional):

        • At the top of the Category list page, select the desired language if you need to switch between available languages, such as English and Spanish.

      2. Create a New Course Category:

        • Find the section under the language selection to create a new category.
        • Enter a name for the new category, e.g., "New Courses".
        • Click on the 'Create Category' button to add the category to the list.

      3. Edit Category Settings:

        • To display the new category in your course library, adjust the settings as needed.
        • Click the 'Save Changes' button located in the bottom left corner to apply the changes.
        • A confirmation message will appear at the top indicating the portal was successfully published.

      4. Feature a Category:

        • Optionally, set the new category as a featured category, which will be highlighted on the portal homepage front end.

      Uploading a Custom Image and Adding Subcategories

      1. Navigate to Category Settings:

        Click the 'Settings' option on the right-hand side under the Actions column for the category you wish to modify.

      2. Upload a Custom Image:

        Here, you can upload a custom thumbnail/preview image that will represent your category on the portal.

      3. Add Subcategories:

        Use the 'Add Subcategory' option to create new subcategories under the parent category.

      Removing Categories and Making Changes

      1. Remove a Category:

        • Click the 'Remove' option to delete a category from the list.
        • Confirm the action by clicking the 'Remove' button in the prompt that follows.
        • Always save changes by clicking the 'Save Changes' button after making modifications.


          Adding/Removing Courses

          • Courses can be added to sub-categories or sub-sub-categories.
          • Courses can be removed in bulk or individually using the removal features.

          Note: Always be sure to Save Changes to publish new or removed courses to the portal.


          Managing Featured Courses

          1. Navigate to Featured Courses:

            Move to the Featured Courses page by selecting the appropriate option on the left side panel under the Category Manager.

          2. Add or Remove Featured Courses:

            • This page allows you to add, rearrange, or remove courses that are featured on your portal's homepage.
            • Use the 'Select Courses' dropdown menu to add new courses.
            • Featured Courses can be removed in bulk or individually.
            • Lastly, click the Save Changes button to save your featured courses



          By following these steps, you can seamlessly manage course categories and featured courses in the KnowledgeCity LMS to create a tailored and effective learning experience for your students.